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Astrid Lindgren
Swedish writer of fiction and screenplays (1907–2002) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Astrid Anna Emilia Lindgren (born Astrid Ericsson; November 14, 1907 – January 28, 2002) was a famous Swedish writer. She wrote many books for children. She had a son named Lars.
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Born | Astrid Anna Emilia Ericsson (1907-11-14)14 November 1907 Vimmerby, Sweden |
Died | 28 January 2002(2002-01-28) (aged 94) Stockholm, Sweden |
Occupation | Writer |
Language | Swedish |
Nationality | Swedish |
Period | 1944–1993 |
Genre | children's fiction, picture books, screenplays |
Notable awards | Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing 1958 Right Livelihood Award 1994 |
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